How many kilometres is stage 3?

The stage from Manzanares el Real to Cercedilla is about 20 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 19 min at a moderate pace (20 km and +932 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +932 m of ascent and −32 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 47 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Cercedilla?

We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Cercedilla.

Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?

On the stage we found 4 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 3 of 13 · Camino de Madrid

Manzanares el Real → Cercedilla

Madrid

Distance: 20 km
Time: 6 h 19 min
Ascent: +932 m
Descent: −32 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Te adentras en la Sierra de Guadarrama, bosques de pino y aire fresco de montaña.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+932 m

Descent

−32 m

Altitude

906–1806 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 4 water fountains✚ 2 pharmacies🏧 3 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

MuseumMuseo del Esquí "Paquito Fernández Ochoa"
MuseumMuseo Fábrica de la Luz
ViewpointMirador de la Pelona I
ViewpointMirador de la Pelona II
MonumentEl Molinillo
MonumentPlaca a José Antonio Cimadevilla Covelo
MonumentPino Mab dedicado a Miguel Ángel Blanco
MonumentEl Descansadero de los Ceballos

Hostels on this stage

Acogida de Peregrino Cercedilla
La Maya+34918521287 Website ↗
Hostal Longinos El Aribel+34 918 52 15 11 Website ↗
Albergue Juvenil "Villa Castora"+34 918520334;+34 912767478 Website ↗
Albergue Juvenil "Las Dehesas"+34 91 852 01 35 Website ↗

Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 3?: The stage from Manzanares el Real to Cercedilla is about 20 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 19 min at a moderate pace (20 km and +932 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +932 m of ascent and −32 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 47 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Cercedilla?: We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Cercedilla.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 4 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).